Why Your Capital Raising Strategy Might Be Illegal (and How to Fix It) with Mauricio Rauld | 61

In this episode, I sit down with Mauricio Rauld—syndication attorney and founder of Premier Law Group—to talk about the legal mechanics of raising capital the right way. Mauricio breaks down the core SEC rules every real estate investor must understand before bringing on LPs, including 506(b) vs. 506(c), what constitutes general solicitation, and why the term “joint venture” is so often misunderstood.We also dig into common mistakes he sees from first-time fund managers, how to protect yourself legally while scaling, and why operating in the gray area of securities law isn’t just risky—it could be criminal. If you’re raising private capital, or plan to, this is a must-listen.Episode Highlights[0:00] – Mauricio’s background and how he became the go-to SEC attorney for real estate investors[4:30] – What syndication actually means under securities law[6:48] – The difference between 506(b) and 506(c)—and which one to use when[9:14] – General solicitation: where the line really is (and why social media can be dangerous)[12:02] – “But it’s a joint venture!” — why that excuse doesn’t hold up[14:28] – The most common mistakes syndicators make early on[17:40] – What qualifies someone as an accredited investor—and why it matters[20:05] – When (and how) you’re allowed to advertise your deal[23:50] – Raising capital for someone else’s deal: where people get in trouble[26:40] – The key legal difference between co-GPs and brokers[29:33] – What happens if you violate securities law—and why ignorance won’t save you[33:10] – How to build a legally sound capital raising business from day one[36:22] – Mauricio’s thoughts on fund-of-funds models and operating with integrity5 Key Takeaways:Syndication is securities law, not real estate law—and the SEC doesn’t care if you didn’t know.General solicitation has strict boundaries—and crossing them could cost you your deal (or worse).“Joint venture” is not a magic shield—structure matters more than intent.The difference between co-GPs and capital raisers is real, and legally significant.You can build big—but only if your legal foundation is solid.Links & ResourcesPremier Law Group – https://www.premierlawgroup.netMauricio on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/mauriciorauldThe Real Estate Syndicator Live Event – https://www.reliveevent.comFree resources & legal downloads – https://www.premierlawgroup.net/resourcesIf this episode helped you think more clearly about raising capital and protecting your business, please rate, follow, and review the podcast. It helps us keep bringing you insights from the best in the industry.